The highly-anticipated Peppa Pig Space Adventure walk-through experience will open at Birmingham NEC on May 23, with tickets going on sale next week. Families can explore interactive space-themed areas with beloved characters.
Explore the origins of April Fools' Day and delve into bizarre historical moments and classic pranks, from the BBC's spaghetti trees to flying penguins.
Thirteen towns across the West Midlands are in the running to become the UK's inaugural Town of Culture, with a £3 million prize at stake. The Telegraph has highlighted their bids, evaluating community impact and cultural vision.
One lucky winner will secure a luxury prize package worth £1,277 including a stay at The Feathers Hotel, VIP tour of Blueprints of Power exhibition, family annual pass, afternoon tea, and Christmas tickets.
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Cadbury World in Birmingham has revealed a 55kg 'Mega Mini Egg', the world's largest Cadbury Mini Egg, created after overwhelming public requests. The giant chocolate display, weighing as much as an adult cheetah, will delight visitors this Easter season.
A new free music festival, Accrington Live, will take place on Easter Sunday, April 5, in the Tiger Lounge car park. Featuring live bands, local food, and a community atmosphere, it includes a heritage walk and is supported by Hyndburn Borough Council.
Stars like Katherine Ryan and Catherine Tyldesley were among the first to experience the new Bluey rollercoaster at Alton Towers, designed for young families and based on the popular TV show.
Discover six brilliant free Easter events happening around Birmingham, including giant eggs, craft workshops, and family activities at shopping centres and cultural venues.
Families can enjoy a giant hot cross bun hunt at Bodenham Arboretum, just 50 minutes from Birmingham, during the Easter school holidays with chances to win family passes.
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Explore a wide range of free and discounted Easter events across Birmingham and surrounding areas for the 2026 holidays, including egg hunts, craft workshops, and family fun days.
Birmingham hosts the UK's first DreamHack gaming festival at the NEC, drawing fans nationwide for esports, celebrity appearances, and community events over three days.
DreamHack, dubbed the 'Glastonbury of gaming', has launched its inaugural UK event at Birmingham's NEC, attracting thousands over three days with celebrity appearances, esports, and developer exhibits.
As the mayoral year concludes, Rochdale's mayor reflects on a busy period filled with cultural events, community gatherings, and charitable initiatives.
Leicester's free monthly family festival, Cultural Quarter Earlies, is back on April 11, offering movie-making, storytelling, crafts, and more across multiple venues, with free rickshaw rides available.
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SXSW London reveals its 2026 festival conference agenda, featuring headline speakers like Lioness Jill Scott MBE and themes on AI, culture, and futurism, set for Shoreditch in June.
The hugely popular Cardiff Brick Festival is back on April 12th at the NIAC, promising an expanded celebration with new LEGO activities, displays, and shopping for fans of all ages.
A study reveals 58% of adults felt devastated upon receiving their last chocolate egg from parents, marking a shift to adulthood, with many still buying their own treats.
The DreamHack gaming festival, featuring celebrities like Angryginge and Sidemen, attracts 50,000 visitors to Birmingham's NEC with esports competitions and cosplay events.
Construction of a big wheel in Birmingham's Cathedral Square suggests the city may be reverting to its 2024 Easter holiday schedule, with the attraction appearing earlier than in recent years.
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The 141st Lincolnshire Show returns on June 17-18, 2026, with new attractions like Dart Chukka Polo and Squibb Freestyle FMX, plus returning favorites. This family event supports agricultural education.
Skegness is competing to become the UK Town of Culture in 2028, with a potential £3 million prize. The bid highlights the town's vibrant cultural scene, including refurbished venues and popular festivals.
Chorlton Civic Society has purchased new bunting with funding from Anwyl Homes' community fund to decorate the village during the upcoming Chorlton Arts Festival, enhancing community pride and festive atmosphere.
A massive inflatable park with 10-metre slides and assault courses is set up at Dudley Kingswinford Rugby Club over Easter, offering affordable family fun.
Discover when spring 2026 begins, learn about the meteorological and astronomical calendars, understand the spring equinox, and find the best sales and deals for the season.
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The free biennial Wye Valley River Festival is back in Monmouth this May, featuring a lively parade, performances, and workshops to support the town's recovery from severe winter floods.
Netflix partners with The Angel pub in Nottingham for a Peaky Blinders-themed event, offering fans a complimentary drink by using a secret phrase to celebrate the new movie The Immortal Man.
Three Birmingham pubs will give away complimentary drinks next week to celebrate the new Peaky Blinders film, with a 1940s theme and special merchandise available.
Wensleydale Railway is hosting free arts and crafts activities this Easter, including a Bunny Rail Trail and Easter crafts at Scruton Station, with kids traveling for just £1.
Chesterfield Borough Council and the Chesterfield Town Board have submitted a joint bid for the inaugural UK Town of Culture competition, targeting a £3 million prize to fund a six-month cultural programme in 2028.
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A 30-foot baby puppet, fiery installations, and youth-led performances mark the unforgettable closing celebration of Rotherham's year as the world's first Children's Capital of Culture on March 20.
